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THE Gig Workers Bill could be one of the most important steps Malaysia has taken as it works to meet several of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.
The Gig Workers Bill formally recognises gig workers as a category under the law, giving them new rights and protections. Among its main features are social security contributions for retirement and injury coverage, timely payment requirements to stop platforms from delaying wages, minimum service standards to prevent exploitation, and the creation of a dedicated Gig Worker Tribunal to handle disputes quickly and fairly.
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